Welcome to Hey Chicago. We’re a data-driven Chicago guide built on insights from local residents and verified by professional editors. While others rely on generic lists, our recommendations are shaped by original polls, reader submissions, and firsthand local experiences.
Meet the Team
Rhita moved to Chicago young and never left. With years of experience in the city’s hospitality industry, she knows Chicago from behind the bar and across the table. She is our boots-on-the-ground expert, uncovering the local favorites and hidden gems only residents know.
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Lamija is a Chicago-based writer passionate about culture and the unconventional. From independent galleries to sustainable city spots, she brings a thoughtful, locally informed perspective to every guide.
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Hey Chicago’s guides are built using original polls, reader submissions, and discussions contributed by Chicago residents across our social platforms and community channels.
Our editorial team analyzes these responses to identify trends and consensus. Every article is then independently researched, fact-checked, and reviewed by a human editor before publication.
We may use modern analytical tools to help organize and evaluate large data sets, but all recommendations, rankings, and conclusions are created and approved by our editorial team to ensure accuracy, originality, and local relevance.
Hey Chicago is operated by an independent editorial team based in the United Kingdom, working closely with Chicago-based contributors and locally sourced data.